by Doug Hammack | Feb 11, 2015 | Uncategorized
Do a little bit of good where you are. Those little bits put together . . . overwhelm the world – Desmond Tutu. We Americans grow up with a pretty heavy emphasis on personal responsibility. “If it is to be, it is up to me!” (Maybe you heard that growing up...
by Doug Hammack | Feb 4, 2015 | Uncategorized
There was once a wise old woman traveling a long and dusty road. On her journey she crossed a clear, cool stream. As she knelt to quench her thirst, she saw a sparkling stone beneath the water. Reaching in, she pulled out a rare, precious, and beautiful gem....
by Doug Hammack | Jan 27, 2015 | Uncategorized
Most coaches say caustic things about second place — all very motivating for young athletes. However… …in the spiritual tradition …second place is a position of honor. In one of our ancient texts, Paul, says something along these lines…...
by Doug Hammack | Jan 21, 2015 | Uncategorized
Perhaps the most important mission before our generation is to shore up the eroding structures of community life. In our increasingly hi-tech, low-touch world, and with all the media forces dividing and isolating us, more and more people sense how important it is to...
by Doug Hammack | Jan 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
I’m not back from my blog-break yet, but this TED talk is well worth your time. As we go through this moment of history, there is great division in our society – traditional vs. emergent religion, conservative vs. liberal politics, and wildly diverse views...
by Doug Hammack | Jan 13, 2015 | Uncategorized
Dear Blog-Friends: I’m going to take a quick break from the blog – probably until the end of fall. It’s been a very productive season in our spiritual community. We’re learning how to open our hearts and doors to many new friends. We are...
